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Barnes Opening: what should White play?
Best move
Nc3-0.91
White to move. The engine's choice is Nc3 (-0.91).
- Games played
- 18K
- To move
- White
- Evaluation
- -0.91
- Depth
- 22
What else gets played here
Move choices from 18K games in the opening book, with the engine's evaluation of each.
| Move | Evaluation | Played | Games | White score |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nc3Engine pick | -0.91 | 0 | 0% | |
| c4 | -0.81 | 0 | 0% | |
| Bb5 | -0.90 | 0 | 0% | |
| Nh3 | -1.02 | 0 | 0% | |
| Ne2 | -1.12 | 0 | 0% |
More positions in the Barnes Opening
All Barnes Opening positions →Frequently asked questions
What is the best move for White in the Barnes Opening?
Nc3 (-0.91). White to move. The engine's choice is Nc3 (-0.91).
How often does this position occur?
This position has been reached 18K times in the opening book.